How severe is CVE-2022-0997?

CVE-2022-0997 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 3.9, rated low severity. It is exploitable over local access with low attack complexity, requires low privileges and user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is low, integrity low, and availability none.

Is CVE-2022-0997 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (39th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2022-0997?

CVE-2022-0997 primarily affects Fidelissecurity Deception. In total, 2 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.

How do I fix CVE-2022-0997?

Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.

When was CVE-2022-0997 published?

CVE-2022-0997 was published on 2022-05-17 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

CVE-2022-0997

CVE-2022-0997 is a low-severity vulnerability in Fidelissecurity Deception with a CVSS 3.x base score of 3.9. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low. The underlying weakness is classified as CWE-276.

Key facts

Severity: Low (CVSS 3.x base score 3.9)
CVSS v2: 7.2
EPSS exploit prediction: 1% (39th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Weakness: CWE-276
Affected product: Fidelissecurity Deception
Published: 2022-05-17
Last modified: 2026-06-17

Description

Improper file permissions in the CommandPost, Collector, and Sensor components of Fidelis Network and Deception enables an attacker with local, administrative access to the CLI to modify affected script files, which could result in arbitrary commands being run as root upon subsequent logon by a root user. The vulnerability is present in Fidelis Network and Deception versions prior to 9.4.5. Patches and updates are available to address this vulnerability.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2022-0997?: Improper file permissions in the CommandPost, Collector, and Sensor components of Fidelis Network and Deception enables an attacker with local, administrative access to the CLI to modify affected script files, which could result in arbitrary commands being run as root upon subsequent logon by a root user. The vulnerability is present in Fidelis Network and Deception versions prior to 9.4.5. Patches and updates are available to address this vulnerability.
How severe is CVE-2022-0997?: CVE-2022-0997 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 3.9, rated low severity. It is exploitable over local access with low attack complexity, requires low privileges and user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is low, integrity low, and availability none.
Is CVE-2022-0997 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (39th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2022-0997?: CVE-2022-0997 primarily affects Fidelissecurity Deception. In total, 2 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2022-0997?: Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.
When was CVE-2022-0997 published?: CVE-2022-0997 was published on 2022-05-17 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

https://fidelissecurity.zendesk.com/hc/en-us/articles/6211730139411

Affected products (2)

cpe:2.3:a:fidelissecurity:deception:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:fidelissecurity:network:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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